reverent
Example Sentences
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Gene Wilder, in an archival interview, grows absolutely reverent when asked about his first meeting with Mr. Brooks, who gave him his big break in “The Producers.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026
James Babson, a longtime doorman at the Hotel Cafe, said its staff and attendees alike have always been reverent toward performers.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025
"It was so vibrant and so alive. A reverent and gracious… and wonderful, wonderful energy," he said.
From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025
As the verses dwindled, the crowd’s voices softened, almost reverent.
From Slate • Nov. 10, 2025
Mama greets Father Masego with a small, reverent bow.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
Vocabulary lists containing reverent
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 1
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The Great Gatsby
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